Oil & Water Retort Kit – Precision Distillation Analysis for Drilling Fluids
Innova Corporate (India) is a leading manufacturer and global exporter of the Oil & Water Retort Kit, a critical diagnostic tool for the quantitative determination of oil, water, and solids volume percentages in drilling mud. Accurate retort analysis is essential for identifying solids management issues. High solids concentration can drastically reduce the Rate of Penetration (ROP), while insufficient solids may lead to poor filtration control and compromised suspension properties.
The Retort Test employs a precise distillation method where a measured fluid sample is heated until all liquid components vaporize. These vapors pass through a high-efficiency aluminum condenser and are collected in a graduated cylinder calibrated at 20°C. This allows for the direct reading of the distillate volume. By subtracting these liquid percentages from the initial volume, engineers can accurately calculate the suspended and dissolved solids, providing vital data for barite and clay estimation in water-based fluids.
Our Oil and Water Retort offers a robust field method for analyzing both drilling mud and formation core samples. It is particularly indispensable for monitoring the oil-to-water ratio in emulsion muds. Precise adjustments for salt content are integrated into the calculation process to ensure the highest level of accuracy in diverse geological conditions.
Engineered for durability, the Innova Retort Kit features a heavy-duty stainless steel retort assembly connected to a precision-machined aluminum condenser. The system is powered by a thermostatically controlled heating element, all housed within a rugged, portable stainless steel carrying case designed for the most demanding oilfield environments.